benysoun

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Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

Borrowed from Old French beneïson, from Latin benedictio; compare malisoun. Doublet of benediccion.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˌbɛniˈzuːn/, /ˈbɛnizun/

Noun

benysoun

  1. A blessing (request for divine favour).
    1. A formal blessing or consecration.
    2. Grace (prayer of thanks)
  2. A blessing (bestowal of divine favour).

Descendants

  • English: benison
  • Scots: benison
  • Yola: benisons (plural)

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